My Guestbook

On September 24, 2013...

Connie Lerner posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary - I am happy to hear of your continuing progress and well-being. I do hope to have an occasion to see you and your family again in the future - in the meantime I enjoy my great-grandchildren (your grandchildren). They are what gives me a smile on most days. Love to all.

Gary Hymer Again thank you for your prayers! We too have been thinking of you and your family. Tony shared how beautiful the Celebration of Life Memorial for Gary was. ... Read more

Gary Hymer Again thank you for your prayers! We too have been thinking of you and your family. Tony shared how beautiful the Celebration of Life Memorial for Gary was. We continue to pray for you for the days ahead.

I am home and doing very well, looking forward to a visit out west! Thanks for writing Connie. Love Gary and Debbie

On May 19, 2013...

Dear Gary,
I am so sorry I was not aware. I just found out you had surgery. I wish I would have know before so I could help you, if I could mentally and physically, get through this process. I can honestly say "I know exactly how you feel". I had my valve replaced when I was 40, on April 5,2000. Love you and your family. Always here if you need me. Your cousin, Vicki

Gary Hymer Vicki I did not realize that you had been through this because I am sure you would have been able to answer the many questions, concerns, thoughts and fears ... Read more

Gary Hymer Vicki I did not realize that you had been through this because I am sure you would have been able to answer the many questions, concerns, thoughts and fears I had that you already experienced. How are you doing now, you looked very good when we saw you last! Were there any complications?

I am home now, moving slow, but taking one day at a time.

Thanks for the encouragement and sharing with me. I would love to hear your story, was that you that had a heart murmur when you were young?

Thanks for writing Vicki, love to you and your family, hope to see you all soon, from your cousin Gary

On May 13, 2013...

Hi, Gary! Remember me? Kerry - used to be Stepanek - from good ole' HVBC days! I'm so glad to hear that you have been able to have this surgery! My dad had his aortic valve replaced about a year and a half ago. He has felt much better since and we are thankful that the doctors found the problem and were able to fix it. Praying that all goes smoothly with your recovery!

Gary Hymer It is so good to hear from you and yes I remember you! Hope all is going well for you. I am so glad to hear about your Dad and thankful too that the doctors ... Read more

Gary Hymer It is so good to hear from you and yes I remember you! Hope all is going well for you. I am so glad to hear about your Dad and thankful too that the doctors found it and fixed it and that he is doing so much better. I too am hoping to feel better in time.

Thank you for your prayers and encouragement!! Take care Kerry, great to hear from you, Gary

On May 13, 2013...

Hi Gary, this is Lorna from Texas. I'm writing this as you are just finished with your surgery and the Doctors say you are doing very well. While the next couple days will be hard you will feel better each day. We will keep you in our prayers that you may have a speedy recovery and nice nurses.

Gary Hymer Lorna, thank you for your prayers and words of encouragement. Hearing from family and friends has been the best medicine! I am home now taking one day at a ... Read more

Gary Hymer Lorna, thank you for your prayers and words of encouragement. Hearing from family and friends has been the best medicine! I am home now taking one day at a time. God is so good and I am thankful every second!!

So good to hear from you, how is the family doing? Sending our love and hope to see you soon! From Gary

On May 13, 2013...

Hey Gary. Terrie Woods here. Just wanted you to know I have been praying for you this morning and am waiting to hear some good news about how well your surgery went. God bless! <3

Gary Hymer Thank you Terrie for your prayers. Surgery went well and I am home now recovering! Though slow, taking it a day at time. Tell all hello and God bless!

On May 12, 2013...

Hey, Gary and Debbie! As always it was so good to see you all today! Even though we cannot be at the hospital tomorrow, know that your name will be constantly in prayers. We are praying for the Drs, and all the technicians that will be repairing your valve. We are praying for all the nurses and anyone that will be caring for you. We pray for a speedy and comfortable recovery. And we pray for that continued peace that passes all understanding. Your strength is inspiring. We love you all so very much. We will be anxiously waiting for reports and will see you as soon as we possibly can. Love you! Greg and Sheryl

Gary Hymer Greg and Sheryl, I cannot begin to tell you what an encouragement you have been. Your prayers and all they cover does give me peace! God is so so good! Besides ... Read more

Gary Hymer Greg and Sheryl, I cannot begin to tell you what an encouragement you have been. Your prayers and all they cover does give me peace! God is so so good! Besides the many prayers, your encouragement, visits and support have been the medicine that give healing.

Home now and feeling great, I cannot wait to visit. Looking forward to seeing in person the landscaping you shared in the pictures we saw. Also the progress of your room remodel. Let me know if I can help in any way!

Thanks so much for everything, we love you, Gary and Debbie!!

On May 12, 2013...

Gary, was good to see all of your family today. Just remember that we are all praying for a speedy recovery after surgery because God is holding you in the palm of his hand so we know that you are coming through surgery fine. And I promise we will not be making bets in the waiting room on how fast you will disobey Drs. orders and be out working in your yard this summer!!! Love you! Your Sis

Gary Hymer Thank you Carol, Debbie and I were comforted by the love and prayers of everyone and the wonderful friends and family God has blessed us with! These have been ... Read more

Gary Hymer Thank you Carol, Debbie and I were comforted by the love and prayers of everyone and the wonderful friends and family God has blessed us with! These have been an encouragement to us. Thanks Carol, Gary and Debbie

On May 3, 2013...

Hey pops, we are still praying for you out here in Cali. You are so strong and courageous, add God in the mix, and you are unstoppable. I love you so much, and I hope you can feel peace in knowing that God loves you and has a great plan for you. I pray that you have a speedy recovery as well, the grandkids need you out here soon.

Gary Hymer Tony I love you so much!!! I am so proud of the wonderful husband and father you are, your kids will have a great life with you as Dad and Kearsten as Mom!! ... Read more

Gary Hymer Tony I love you so much!!! I am so proud of the wonderful husband and father you are, your kids will have a great life with you as Dad and Kearsten as Mom!! And thanks, I am not strong or courageous, God gives me strength and peace because of your prayers!! Give our grandkids hugs and kisses and to you and Kearsten XOXOXOXO, I/we will be there as soon as possible!!!

Gary Hymer Thanks for your thoughts and prayers!! So glad you are in your new home raising your beautiful family! We enjoy the pictures you share!! Thanks, Kristin, Jason, Jackson and Sam!!! Love you all!!

On May 2, 2013...

Hey Gary!! You have already been in my many thoughts and prayers, and of course will continue praying as the big day approaches, and as you begin your healing/recovery process! The boys are right at the bottom of the hill if you need anything at all....trash taken out, yard mowed....seriously, let us know! It will help you and keep them out of trouble :-)

Gary Hymer Thanks Melissa, praying for you and the boys as well!! Debbie and I always love seeing them and we know they are willing to help if we need anything! We may ... Read more

Gary Hymer Thanks Melissa, praying for you and the boys as well!! Debbie and I always love seeing them and we know they are willing to help if we need anything! We may be calling on their help very soon! They are great kids!! Thanks again, love you too!!

On April 23, 2013...

Hey GĂ¤r-bear :) we will be praying nightly for a swift surgery and pain-less recovery. Cannot wait to see you All in June miss you every day!

Gary Hymer I love it, Gär bear :)!! You made my day!! It is easier to say than ‘grandmagrandpa‘ too. And my love to each of you and thank you for your prayers, Zoe, Emery, ... Read more

Gary Hymer I love it, Gär bear :)!! You made my day!! It is easier to say than ‘grandmagrandpa‘ too. And my love to each of you and thank you for your prayers, Zoe, Emery, Castiel, Courtney and Jacob!!! I am hoping to be through the worst of my recovery so I can run and play with you all when you get here!! We miss you and love you, keep those beautiful smiles big!! Courtney tell your Mom thank you for the get well wishes!! Cannot believe you only have a month left, we are praying for you and your trip home that it will be quick and easy for you. Hugs and kisses to all, XOXOXO!!!

Gary Hymer Dawn and Norm, thanks so much, I do hope recovery will be quick. I have heard that I will feel so much better and who would know more than you seeing that you ... Read more

Gary Hymer Dawn and Norm, thanks so much, I do hope recovery will be quick. I have heard that I will feel so much better and who would know more than you seeing that you have already experienced it and doing so well Norm!! I do believe God is in control, your words of encouragement are a sign of that!! Thanks and will be in touch!!!

On April 21, 2013...

Gary - We truly are blessed with our wonderful family. These past few months I could not have made it without all of them and they are now all praying for you (two Gary men in one wonderful family)!! Take care and give Debbie a big hug from me. Connie

Gary Hymer So true Connie, one amazing family that is always there, any time!!! Thanks for those beautiful words of encouragement!!! I did give Debbie a big hug and a big hug from both of us to you!!!!

On April 21, 2013...

Hi Gary, just wanted to encourage you on your surgery and let you know that John and I will be praying for surgery success and a speedy healing. Remember that "He" in in control of everything and God is good...all the time! God Bless!!!
Bro John & Marlena Rogers

Gary Hymer Thank you so much for your prayers and encouragement! God is in control and knowing I am in his hands gives me peace and helps me when I start to feel scared.

On April 21, 2013...

Dear Gary - You will soon be well on your way to a total recovery and can look forward to spending time with your beloved family and friends. Take care - we are all praying for you. Take strength in knowing we love you. Connie Lerner

Gary Hymer The words of encouragement and your prayers mean so much, thank you!!!! We love you and your family and so sorry for what you are going through now. We are praying for you and will continue to.

On April 21, 2013...

Hi Gary. I know that you will have a very successful operation. You have been a faithful follower of God for a long time. He is going to see you thru this. I know that you are looking forward to getting this over with. We will continue to pray for you. Love you Gary.

Hi Gary, how are you? It has been such a long time but just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will pray that God blesses the hands of your surgeon and that God cradles you in his arms until you are feeling better. Take care my friend....

Gary Hymer Thank you all, that means so much! Your prayers are cherished! You have been an encouragement!

On April 20, 2013...

You are in Kearsten and my nightly prayers. I am so happy that this was caught in time, and that you have an amazing surgeon to perform the operation. Most of all, I am so glad to know that we have an awesome God that has full control over everything. Give your worries to Him and let Him guide you through this time. I love you so much Dad, and I can't wait to see you in few weeks.

Gary Hymer Thank you Kearsten and Tony, Jackson and ReaLynn!! I know you have been praying and that is so encouraging! God is in control and I do find peace knowing that ... Read more

Gary Hymer Thank you Kearsten and Tony, Jackson and ReaLynn!! I know you have been praying and that is so encouraging! God is in control and I do find peace knowing that and the only thing getting me through this. I am also grateful that God allowed me to have such a skilled surgeon! I love each of you so much and cannot wait to see each of you!!!! Pray always for all of you!!

On April 20, 2013...

Gary, we will be praying for you and putting you on our churchs prayer list. We are small in number...but where two or three are gathered...We know this is a stressful situation but trust that God will give you all perfect peace. Hugs to you and Debbie from St. Chatles.

Gary Hymer Thank you all in St. Charles!! How we miss each of you!! We are thanking God for you and the love you have always extended to us and now through your prayers ... Read more

Gary Hymer Thank you all in St. Charles!! How we miss each of you!! We are thanking God for you and the love you have always extended to us and now through your prayers and words that have proved to be so reassuring of Gods promises!!! Hugs back, from Gary and Debbie.

On April 20, 2013...

We will be praying for your surgery and recovery. So glad they have surgeons that are skilled in heart surgery and I know they with the Lord's help will take great care of you!

Love you sweetie! You have a wonderful family that is 100% behind you! Of course we know that God is in control! And He is the #1 Surgeon of the universe and for eternity! You are in fantastic hands! I'm looking forward to spending many more wonderful years with you and together enjoying our grandchildren and great grandchildren!!

Keeping you in our prayers. So sorry that you have to go through the surgery but as you said, you will feel much better afterward and be able to play with your grandkids when they visit or you go to see them!

Gary Hymer Thank you Sheryl and for your prayers!! As I said before I am looking forward to feeling better after the surgery with renewed energy. We continue to pray for ... Read more

Gary Hymer Thank you Sheryl and for your prayers!! As I said before I am looking forward to feeling better after the surgery with renewed energy. We continue to pray for Regina and all your family. Love you.